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The Perfect Italian Grinder Sub Recipe

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Make an authentic Italian Grinder Sub at home using quality cold cuts, sharp cheese, crisp vegetables, and a homemade zesty dressing. This recipe delivers the classic deli experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large Italian loaf or torpedo roll (about 12 inches)
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 slices Provolone cheese
  • 4 slices Genoa Salami
  • 4 slices Capicola
  • 4 slices Mortadella
  • 4 slices Ham (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced tomato
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 4 thin slices of pepperoncini peppers (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, basil, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Slice the Italian loaf lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open the bread like a book.
  3. Layer the cheese: Place the Provolone slices evenly on the bottom half of the bread.
  4. Layer the meats: Arrange the salami, capicola, mortadella, and ham over the cheese. Distribute the meats evenly across the length of the sub.
  5. Add vegetables: Top the meats with the shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, and red onion. Place the pepperoncini slices on top if you are using them.
  6. Dress the sub: Drizzle the prepared Italian dressing generously over all the fillings.
  7. Assemble and serve: Close the top half of the bread over the fillings. Press down gently to compact the ingredients slightly. Slice the loaded Italian cold cut sub into desired portions and serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality, thinly sliced meats from your local deli.
  • If you prefer a softer roll, lightly toast the bread before adding the cold ingredients.
  • You can add banana peppers or thinly sliced green bell peppers for extra crunch.
  • This recipe makes one large sub, which can be cut into two large or four smaller servings.

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